Daniel Carcillo

Daniel Carcillo - Chicago Blackhawks

Daniel Carcillo (born January 28, 1985) is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey left winger. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Phoenix Coyotes, Philadelphia Flyers, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, and Los Angeles Kings. Known for his physical style of play, Carcillo was often referred to as an "enforcer" on the ice.

Early Life

Carcillo was born in King City, Ontario, Canada. He began playing hockey at a young age and quickly developed a reputation for his aggressive play. He played junior hockey for the Sarnia Sting and the Mississauga IceDogs in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).

Professional Career

Phoenix Coyotes

Carcillo was drafted 73rd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. However, he made his NHL debut with the Phoenix Coyotes during the 2006-07 season. He quickly became known for his penalty minutes, leading the league in that category during the 2007-08 season.

Philadelphia Flyers

In 2009, Carcillo was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers. He continued to play a physical game and was a key player during the Flyers' run to the 2010 Stanley Cup Finals.

Chicago Blackhawks

Carcillo signed with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2011. He won two Stanley Cup championships with the team in 2013 and 2015. His time with the Blackhawks was marked by both his contributions on the ice and his frequent suspensions for on-ice conduct.

New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings

Carcillo also had brief stints with the New York Rangers and the Los Angeles Kings before retiring from professional hockey in 2015.

Post-Retirement

After retiring, Carcillo became an advocate for mental health awareness and concussion research. He has been vocal about the long-term effects of head injuries sustained during his hockey career and has worked to support former players dealing with similar issues.

Personal Life

Carcillo is married and has children. He has been involved in various charitable activities and continues to be a prominent figure in discussions about player safety and mental health in sports.

Career Statistics

Season	Team	League	GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2006-07	Phoenix Coyotes	NHL	18	4	3	7	74
2007-08	Phoenix Coyotes	NHL	57	13	11	24	324
2008-09	Phoenix Coyotes	NHL	54	3	7	10	174
2008-09	Philadelphia Flyers	NHL	20	1	1	2	43
2009-10	Philadelphia Flyers	NHL	76	12	10	22	207
2010-11	Philadelphia Flyers	NHL	57	6	2	8	127
2011-12	Chicago Blackhawks	NHL	28	2	9	11	82
2012-13	Chicago Blackhawks	NHL	23	2	1	3	11
2013-14	Los Angeles Kings	NHL	26	1	1	2	57
2013-14	New York Rangers	NHL	31	3	1	4	100
2014-15	Chicago Blackhawks	NHL	39	4	4	8	55

Awards and Honors

• Stanley Cup champion (2013, 2015)

See Also

• List of NHL players with 2000 career penalty minutes
• Enforcer (ice hockey)
• Concussion in sport